Over twenty staffers, along with industry executives Jonathan McHugh and Chris Hicks were dismissed from the Island Def Jam/Motown record labels.

According to reports, McHugh and Hicks will continue to do consulting work for the label and other companies.

The news of layoffs come almost a month after Island Def Jam CEO Barry Weiss denied a report by TheWrap, which stated the legendary label was ailing.

In addition to downsizing, Universal Republic and Island Def Jam/Motown also announced that they have expanded their creative teams with the addition of artist manager and artist & repertoire executive Brandon Creed.